Is Bennington safe?
Gaithersburg, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Bennington as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Bennington
“Go. Bennington is a peaceful, established suburban neighborhood in Gaithersburg that offers a safe and quiet environment for visitors. Violent crime is extremely low, and the area is well-suited for families or travelers staying in local accommodations.”
About the area
Bennington is a leafy residential community in Gaithersburg featuring a mix of townhomes and single-family houses surrounded by mature trees. It offers quick access to the I-270 biotech corridor, regional shopping centers, and scenic Montgomery County parklands.
- Quiet Suburban
- Family-Friendly
- Residential
- Tree-Lined
Walking and biking in Bennington
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 49/100
Capital Bikeshare stations are positioned near surrounding commercial centers, with paved connections to the Muddy Branch and Seneca Creek multi-use trail networks.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates well below both state and national averages
- High household median incomes and strong residential property maintenance
- Close proximity to Bohrer Park, Muddy Branch trails, and RIO Lakefront amenities
Cons
- Isolated incidents of opportunistic property crimes such as unlocked car ransacking
- Strictly residential layout requiring a car or transit for daily errands and dining
- Dimly lit interior cul-de-sacs and side streets during late hours
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence within Bennington's residential streets, with rare panhandling primarily limited to major retail intersections along the MD-355 corridor.
What Bennington is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active and calm as residents walk dogs, jog, and head out for the morning commute under safe conditions.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Very quiet with low vehicle traffic, safe for walking and recreational outdoor activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Peaceful neighborhood atmosphere with residents returning home and walking pets along well-kept sidewalks.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low activity with quiet, dimly lit streets; safe overall, though typical suburban awareness is recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Montgomery County Ride On bus routes serve nearby main roads, offering straightforward connections to the Shady Grove Metro Station (Red Line) and the Gaithersburg MARC commuter rail station.
Parking is abundant and hassle-free, primarily utilizing private driveways, assigned townhome spaces, and free unmetered street parking.
Things to do in Bennington
- Take a nature walk or run along the nearby Muddy Branch Stream Valley Park trail network
- Enjoy family recreation, mini-golf, and ponds at Bohrer Park at Summit Hall Farm
- Spend an afternoon shopping, dining, and walking around the nearby RIO Lakefront boardwalk
Local favorites
- Il Porto Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.4★ (720)Long-running neighborhood favorite serving classic pasta dishes, seafood, and stone-baked pizzas in a relaxed setting.
- Taco Bar El Guero · Mexican Restaurant · 4.6★ (1950)Beloved local gem tucked in a service station, famous for authentic tacos, tortas, and house-made salsas.
- Royal Bagel Bakery · Bakery & Cafe · 4.5★ (780)Popular morning staple offering fresh New York-style bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and specialty spreads.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.